Company Profile
O'Brien Lifting Solutions Inc. is a proud Canadian manufacturer of overhead cranes, jib cranes, workstation cranes and a supplier of commercial doors and loading dock equipment, serving the industry for 60 years. Our highly skilled service department provides 24/7 overhead crane service, commercial door repair and loading dock repair to reduce downtime.
The Controller plays a crucial role in the organization by overseeing the financial operations and ensuring the accuracy of financial data. As a Controller, you will be responsible for managing a team of accounting professionals, preparing financial statements, analyzing financial data, and providing insights to support decision-making processes. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in accounting, experience with various accounting software, and excellent analytical skills.
We offer competitive compensation packages and benefits for our employees. Join our team as a Controller and contribute to the success of our organization.
Duties and Responsibilities:
As the Accounting Controller, your duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to),
- Responsible for the financial reporting of the Company including all of its divisions across Canada
- Issuing Financial Statements in accordance with GAAP by the deadlines established
- Financial Analysis, including cost analysis, cost / benefit analysis and continually assessing cost savings opportunities
- Prepare Annual Financial Budgets for all divisions in Canada (Sales, Capital Expenditure, Cost, etc)
- Work with the Department Managers and your direct report to Prepare Sales Forecasts for all divisions in Canada
- Oversee Accounting department staff including AP, AR, Collections
- Prepare monthly Agent Sales and Commission Reports
- Ensure Accounts Receivable Aging is current
- Ensure KPI are met or on track and responsible for reporting these
- Periodic Reporting Requirements (Sales Analysis, Non-Productive Labour, Weekly Variance Report, Shop / Install Labour Overage Report.
- Run Weekly Sales Reports (backlog, outstanding quotes, new orders)
- Create and generate Jet Reports as required from time to time.
- Assist with providing financial support for the annual SRED claim
- Manage the Capital Request process
- Maintain banking relationships and ensure reporting compliance
- Oversee the Company’s transaction processing systems: Identify weaknesses and inefficiencies in the Company’s existing systems and processes and make formal recommendations for improvement.
- Oversee Foreign Contracts and update Company Foreign exchange rates on a regular basis
- Other responsibilities, as required from time to time
This position will report to the Chief Executive Officer of Flatiron with dotted connections to the CEO of O'Brien Lifting Systems and President of Source Industrial.
Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience)
- CPA designation preferred
- Proven experience as a Controller or similar role
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
- Strong leadership and management skills
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $90,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Burlington, ON L7L 5T9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-10-11
